2008 Honda Element vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (137 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 434 kg more than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Morgan Plus 4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Honda | Morgan |
Model | Element | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2500 mm |